Atty. Michael Karl Cain

Atty. Michael Karl Cain

Michael Karl Cain is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, maritime law, domestic relations law and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from California State University, Los Angeles in 1966, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Chesapeake Chesapeake 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Michael Karl Cain at a glance

Michael Karl Cain is a personal injury, family law, and maritime attorney based in Chesapeake, Virginia. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1977), District of Columbia (1978), and Virginia (1990). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1977) and California State University, Los Angeles (B.S., 1966). Serands clients in Chesapeake, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Karl Cain is a lawyer practicing admiralty law, maritime law, domestic relations law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from California State University, Los Angeles in 1966, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael practices in Chesapeake, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Karl Cain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Karl Cain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Michael Karl Cain is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chesapeake are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Karl Cain

Where is Michael Karl Cain's law office located?
Michael Karl Cain's law practice is located in Chesapeake, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Karl Cain handle?
Michael Karl Cain focuses on personal injury, family law, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael Karl Cain practiced law?
Michael Karl Cain has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael Karl Cain go to law school?
Michael Karl Cain earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1966).
How can I contact Michael Karl Cain for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1977
B.S.
California State University, Los Angeles
- 1966

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978
Virginia
Admitted: 1990

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